Inside

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the Intel Arc B370 presents a stark contrast in performance potential, a dynamic that defines the experience in Inside. The 16-core, 24-thread Raptor Lake processor is a heavyweight champion, while the Arc B370 is an integrated GPU with a 25 W TDP, ranking in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. This pairing creates a fundamentally CPU-rich, GPU-limited environment where the processor's capabilities are largely held in reserve. The data shows that this combo is ranked 2654 out of 2887 tested combinations, placing it in the bottom 8% of all tested systems, a position that is almost entirely attributable to the graphics solution. The following analysis breaks down how this specific combination performs in this puzzle platformer.

CPU Role — cores, clocks, and how they relate to this game's results

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a desktop-class processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. This is a high-end part, as evidenced by its 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 46881. Its synthetic performance is substantial: it scores 30745 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2116 in single-core, alongside a Geekbench multi-core score of 19429. The CPU's 30 MB of shared L3 cache and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory further solidify its position as a top-tier component.

However, in the context of Inside, the CPU's role is almost entirely about ensuring the game logic and physics are processed without bottlenecking the frame rate. The game is a 2D puzzle platformer, which is not traditionally demanding on processor resources. The measured FPS data supports this: at 1920x1080 with Low settings, the combo achieves 141 FPS. This is a solid result, but it is far from the limits of what the i7-13700K can do. The CPU is effectively idling while waiting for the GPU to render each frame.

The performance ceiling is not set by the processor but by the integrated Intel Arc B370. This GPU, based on the Xe3-LPG architecture and fabricated on a 3 nm process, has a boost clock of 2400 MHz and 1280 shading units. Its performance is modest, to say the least, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1184, placing it in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals, such as the ATI Radeon HD 5770, demonstrate that it competes with graphics hardware from over a decade ago. For a game like Inside, the CPU is a non-factor in limiting performance; it is the GPU that dictates the experience. The processor's power is simply not harnessed because the renderer is the bottleneck.

FAQ — 4-6 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-13700K compare to its closest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46881. This makes it essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which scores 46971 (0.2% higher), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375, which scores 47022 (0.3% higher). It is slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX and the Intel Xeon w3-2535, both of which have a deltaPct of 0.5%.

Q: What is the performance difference between the Arc B370 and its nearest GPU rivals?

A: The Intel Arc B370's average benchmark score is 1184. This is 0.2% slower than the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5570 (1186), 0.5% slower than the ATI Radeon HD 5770 (1190), and 0.7% slower than the AMD Radeon HD 7650M (1192). It is 1.4% faster than the AMD FirePro M2000 (1168).

Q: What are the minimum and maximum FPS recorded at 1440p Medium settings?

A: At 2560x1440 with Medium settings, the combo recorded an average FPS of 81, with a minimum of 69 and a maximum of 93.

Q: Does the i7-13700K support overclocking?

A: Yes, the multiplier is unlocked, indicating the processor is designed for overclocking.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core i7-13700K?

A: The launch MSRP is $409.

Q: How does the combo rank among all tested combinations for this game?

A: The combo ranks 2654 out of 2887 tested combos, placing it in the bottom portion of the database.

Resolution Scaling — how FPS drops from 1080p to 4K and what it says about the limiting component

The frame rate scaling across resolutions confirms that the Intel Arc B370 is the primary limiting component. At Low settings, the transition from 1920x1080 to 2560x1440 results in a drop from 141 FPS to 101 FPS, a 28.4% decrease. Moving from 1440p to 3840x2160, the FPS falls from 101 to 64, a further 36.6% decrease. This steep decline with increasing pixel count is a classic sign of a GPU-bound scenario. The GPU is working harder to fill more pixels, and its performance degrades proportionally.

The same pattern is visible at High settings. The average FPS goes from 70 at 1080p to 51 at 1440p (a 27.1% drop) and then to 32 at 4K (a 37.3% drop from 1440p). This scaling is consistent across all settings presets. The data indicates that the CPU is not a bottleneck at any resolution. If it were, we would see a plateau in FPS as resolution increases, with the frame rate remaining similar because the CPU is maxed out. Instead, the FPS drops are directly tied to the resolution, which is the hallmark of a GPU-limited system.

The performance at 4K is particularly telling. At 4K Ultra, the combo manages only 30 FPS, and at 4K High, it achieves 32 FPS. These are borderline playable frame rates, but they are not smooth. The GPU's 20 ROPs and 6.144 TFLOPS of FP32 compute are simply insufficient to drive a 4K display at high quality in this game. The scaling behavior leaves no doubt: the Arc B370 is the bottleneck, and the i7-13700K is waiting at every step.

Settings Recommendations — which preset gives the best experience per the measured rows

Given the GPU's limitations, selecting the right settings is crucial for a playable experience. The data provides a clear picture of what to expect at each quality level.

At 1920x1080, the most sensible choice is Low settings. This preset delivers an average of 141 FPS, which is far above the 60 FPS target and provides a very smooth experience. Moving up to Medium yields an average of 113 FPS, which is still excellent, but the jump to High drops the average to 70 FPS, and Ultra falls to 67 FPS. The visual difference between Low and Medium in a game like Inside may not justify the performance cost, but for the smoothest experience, Low is the winner. For a more balanced 60 FPS+ experience, Medium is also a viable option.

At 2560x1440, the choice becomes more constrained. Low settings are the only preset that comfortably exceeds 100 FPS, hitting an average of 101 FPS. Medium settings are still playable, with an average of 81 FPS and a minimum of 69 FPS. High settings drop to 51 FPS, which is below the 60 FPS threshold and may feel less responsive. Ultra is not recommended, as it averages 48 FPS.

At 3840x2160, the situation is dire. Even Low settings only achieve an average of 64 FPS, which is a playable but not ideal result. All other presets are below 60 FPS: Medium averages 51 FPS, High averages 32 FPS, and Ultra averages 30 FPS. For 4K, the only viable option is Low settings, and even then, the experience will be less smooth than at lower resolutions. The data suggests that for the best experience on this combo, 1080p with Low or Medium settings is the sweet spot, offering high frame rates without the visual compromises required at higher resolutions.

How This Combo Ranks — use comboRankInGame vs other tested combos

The combination of the Intel Core i7-13700K and the Intel Arc B370 ranks 2654 out of 2887 tested combos in Inside. This places the combo in the bottom 8.1% of all tested systems. This low ranking is a direct result of the Arc B370's performance, which is in the 5th percentile of all GPUs. The CPU is a top-tier part, ranking in the 89th percentile, but it is completely hamstrung by the integrated graphics solution.

This disparity is the defining feature of this combo. The benchmark results show a system with a powerful processor that is unable to demonstrate its capability in this game. The GPU's average benchmark score of 1184 is comparable to that of the ATI Radeon HD 5770, a graphics card from 2009. The processor, on the other hand, is a modern 2022 flagship. The ranking reflects the overall system performance, and in this case, the GPU drags the entire combo down. For users looking at this data, it's clear that the i7-13700K is not the limiting factor; the Arc B370 is. The combo's rank reflects how a weak GPU can negate the advantages of a strong CPU in a graphics-intensive workload.

Measured FPS Breakdown — resolution by resolution, settings by settings, exact numbers

The following section details the exact measured FPS values for the Intel Core i7-13700K + Intel Arc B370 combination in Inside.

1920x1080:

• Low: Average FPS is 141.
• Medium: Average FPS is 113, with a minimum of 96 and a maximum of 130.
• High: Average FPS is 70.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 67.

2560x1440:

• Low: Average FPS is 101.
• Medium: Average FPS is 81, with a minimum of 69 and a maximum of 93.
• High: Average FPS is 51.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 48.

3840x2160:

• Low: Average FPS is 64.
• Medium: Average FPS is 51, with a minimum of 43 and a maximum of 59.
• High: Average FPS is 32.
• Ultra: Average FPS is 30.

These numbers paint a clear picture. The only settings that provide a consistently smooth experience are at 1080p with Low or Medium settings. At 1440p, Low settings are recommended. At 4K, the system is barely playable even on Low. The minimum FPS values for Medium settings at 1080p (96 FPS) and 1440p (69 FPS) show that even in demanding scenes, the frame rate remains stable. The lack of min/max data for other presets suggests that they were not tracked, but the average values are sufficient to guide expectations. The data is measured and confirms the GPU-bound nature of this system, with the frame rate dropping significantly as resolution increases.